This is the 2655th most frequent Chinese word.

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"麻" means "hemp" or "numb."


Used to refer to 'hemp' as a type of material.

麻布是一种简单的织物材料。

Hemp fabric is a simple material.


Refers to the sensation of 'numbness', a common effect of spicy food containing Sichuan pepper.

吃了很多麻辣火锅,我的舌头感觉有点麻木。

After eating a lot of spicy hot pot, my tongue feels a bit numb.


In this sentence, '麻' describes a texture or feeling that is rough or irritating.

他身上的毛衣穿起来有点麻人。

The sweater he wears feels somewhat irritating to the skin.